The Offer
Total Seasons :1Total Episodes : 10
Oscar-winning producer Al Ruddy’s never before revealed experiences of making the iconic 1972 film The Godfather that Francis Ford Coppola directed and adapted with Mario Puzo.
Episodes(10)
1. A Seat at the Table
After ditching his job at the Rand Corporation for a shot in Hollywood, Al Ruddy wins the job to produce Mario Puzo’s bestselling novel, “The Godfather” for Paramount Pictures. Joe Colombo, a rising crime boss in the New York City Mafia, has a darker fate in mind for the picture.
Air Date : 2022-04-28
2. Warning Shots
With Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo penning the script, Al Ruddy and Bettye McCartt confront an ever-growing list of opposition to “The Godfather” including Frank Sinatra, LA Gangster Mickey Cohen, and the Colombo led Italian-American Civil Rights League. Meanwhile, Robert Evans and Gulf & Western’s Barry Lapidus lock horns over the creative direction of Paramount Pictures.
Air Date : 2022-04-28
3. Fade In
Pressure mounts for the scripts’ delivery after Ruddy is forced to sit down with Joe Colombo and Evans finds himself navigating hot waters with Gulf & Western’s CEO Charlie Bluhdorn. Meanwhile, Bluhdorn takes an interest in Bettye.
Air Date : 2022-04-28
4. The Right Shade of Yellow
With Marlon Brando and Al Pacino in contention for leading roles in “The Godfather,” Ruddy is caught in the line of fire between Evans and Coppola and must pick a side. After gaining Joe Colombo’s support, Ruddy gets an uncomfortable glimpse of his new friend’s loyalty. The rising stakes surrounding “The Godfather” continues to strain Ruddy’s relationship with Francoise.
Air Date : 2022-05-05
5. Kiss the Ring
Ruddy and Bettye combat logistical nightmares with principal photography quickly approaching. As the Mob continues to ingrain itself in the making of the film, tensions rise between Colombo and notorious hot head Crazy Joe Gallo.
Air Date : 2022-05-12
6. A Stand Up Guy
Ruddy deals with the fallout from the disastrous press conference while Evans creates a plan to save Paramount. Bettye takes action as the first day of filming is compromised due to collisions with Gulf & Western, Paramount, and the Mafia.
Air Date : 2022-05-19
7. Mr. Producer
Dissatisfied with the footage, Barry Lapidus orchestrates a potential coup as Ruddy initiates a bold plan to save both Coppola's and Pacino’s jobs. Crime boss Carlo Gambino questions Colombo’s leadership as he holds another large Italian-American Civil Rights League rally.
Air Date : 2022-05-26
8. Crossing the Line
In the bloody aftermath of the Italian-American Civil Rights League rally, Gallo threatens “The Godfather’s” production budget as Ruddy struggles to protect the funding for Sicily. Evans continues to spiral after the breakup of his marriage with Ali MacGraw, allowing Barry Lapidus to capitalize.
Air Date : 2022-06-02
9. It’s Who We Are
As the production contends with the challenges of filming in Sicily, Ruddy leaves early to help get Evans back on track. Post-production disputes with Lapidus threaten Coppola’s vision for the edit and Bettye starts to think about her next move.
Air Date : 2022-06-09
10. Brains and Balls
“The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.
Air Date : 2022-06-16
Cast
Miles Teller
(Albert S. 'Al' Ruddy)
Matthew Goode
(Robert Evans)
Dan Fogler
(Francis Ford Coppola)
Burn Gorman
(Charles Bluhdorn)
Colin Hanks
(Barry Lapidus)
Giovanni Ribisi
(Joe Colombo)
Juno Temple
(Bettye McCartt)
Jake Cannavale
(Caesar Romano)
Lou Ferrigno
(Lenny Montana)
Josh Zuckerman
(Peter Bart)
Meredith Garretson
(Ali MacGraw)
Anthony Skordi
(Carlo Gambino)
Joseph Russo
(Joe Gallo)
Patrick Gallo
(Mario Puzo)
James Madio
(Carmine Vispiciano)
Paul McCrane
(Jack Ballard)
Eric Balfour
(Dean Tavoularis)
T.J. Thyne
(Gordy Willis)
Annie Funke
(Sheila)
Tracy Silver
(Bluhdorn's Secretary)
Nora Arnezeder
(Françoise Glaser)
Justin Chambers
(Marlon Brando)
Danny Nucci
(Congressman Mario Biaggi)
Stephanie Koenig
(Andrea Eastman)
Frank John Hughes
(Frank Sinatra)
Derrick Baskin
(Leroy 'Nicky' Barnes)
Zack Schor
(Fred Gallo)
Geoffrey Arend
(Aram Avakian)
Michael Rispoli
(Tommy Lucchese)
Branden Williams
(Gianni Russo)
Ron Roggé
(Jilly Rizzo)
Joe Marinelli
(Peter Lovano)
Carmine Giovinazzo
(Sonny Grosso)
Turhan Troy Caylak
(Richard 'Dickie' Dunston)
Maya Butler
(Diane Keaton)
Derek Magyar
(Robert Duvall)
Matthew Gottlieb
(Phillip 'Benny Squint' Lombardo)
Christopher Wallinger
(Agent Zabel)
Damian Conrad-Davis
(James Caan)
Cynthia Aileen Strahan
(Talia Shire)
Mark Berry
(Agent Richman)
Nick Pupo
(John Cazale)
Elliot Gannon
(Production Assistant)
Lola Glaudini
(Candida Donadio)
Billy Magnussen
(Robert Redford)
Derek Richardson
(Mitch Kaufman)
Victoria Garcia-Kelleher
(Erika Puzo)
Kyle S. More
(Bernie Fein)
Sal Landi
(Joe Bonnano)
Marcelo Tubert
(Dominic Magnolia)
Matthew Salvatore Furfaro
(Anthony / Punk)
Jake Regal
(Arthur Hiller)
Steven Pritchard
(Ted)
Joseph Winford Warren
(Dave)
Paul Black
(Chateau Talent Agent)
Ryan Krause
(Johnny Actor)
Catherine Sommerville
(CBS Receptionist)
Michael S. Garcia
(Chateau Valet)
Paul Gunning
(William Paley)
Marco Schiazza
(Chasen's Maître d)
Jean Watts
(Ann Margret)
Michael Landes
(Vic Damone)
Ross McCall
(Special Agent Moran)
Kirk Acevedo
(Special Agent Hale)
Louis Mandylor
(Mickey Cohen)
Nathan Peterson
( - )
Ted Monte
(Anthony Coniglio)
Corrin Evans
(Amy)
Dylynn Abbey
(Kristy)
Mimi Gianopulos
(Sue Mengers)
Patrick Labyorteaux
(Murray Miller)
Johnno Wilson
(Bartender)
Corey Landis
(Stan Kamen)
Duncan Bravo
(Dr. Karam Singh)
Mark Atteberry
(Bill Thompson)
Emil Beheshti
(Surveyor #1)
Charlie Heydt
(Jim Aubrey)
Brian S. Carpenter
(Italian League Reporter #2)
Dawn Joyal
(Anna Johnstone)
Jason Boegh
(Polo Lounge Maître d)
O'Shay Neal
(Jamar Jackson)
Lisa Dobbyn
(Morgana King)
Taissa Zveiter
(Carmine's Wife)
Michael Gandolfini
(Andy Calhoun)
Aaron Alonso
(Gaffer)
Anthony Gruppuso
(Mafia Soldier)
Andrew Pickwood
(Tea Room Waiter)
Aimee Carrero
(Rosie Molina)
Max Bennett
(Mob Butcher)
John Mariano
(Anthony Spirachio)
Lynn Adrianna
(Madolina Colombo)
Jennifer Bond
(Mary)
Ian Michaels
(Robert Towne)
Kenny Barr
(Stunt Coordinator)
Veronica Wylie
(Seamstress)
Rio Magdaleno
(Salesman)
Vito D'Ambrosio
(Italian Man)
Juan Antonio Bolivar
(Corleone Waiter)
Jonathan Biver
(Marketing Executive #1)
Joseph Vassallo
(Saro Vitelli)
Allen Marsh
(Alvin Sargent)
Sole Bovelli
(Simonetta)
Sandro Iocolano
(AD Tony Venezia)
Tony Robinette
(Eugene Vault)
Eric Mitro
(Actor (Tom Selleck))
Sebastiano Pigazzi
(Angelo Vitelli)
Johnny Venokur
(Mobster #2)
Vincent Giovanni
(Bruno)
Chad McCord
(Editor)
Kenneth R Simmons
(Mobster #1)
Brandon Sklenar
(Burt Reynolds)
Erin Coker
(Premiere Reporter #1)
Charlie Farrell
(Reporter with Puzo)
Jean-Christophe Febbrari
(Jean Leon)
Rick Gifford
(Premiere Reporter #2)
Diane Mizota
(Studio Reporter #1)
Nick Petroccione
(Eddie Kurland)
Dave Shalansky
(Henry Kissinger)
Christian Roberts
(Italian League Reporter #3)
Natasha Sill
(Nancy)
Chris Wolfe
(Italian League Reporter #1)
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